Why does something as simple as finding your own CAQH number sometimes take longer than the credentialing application it’s needed for? Part of the answer is timing. CAQH rebranded to DataSpring, powered by CAQH, on June 8, 2026, and the portal formerly known as CAQH ProView is now called the CAQH Provider Data Portal. The login, the profile, and the underlying CAQH ID system are unchanged. But a lot of guidance online still references the old name, which makes a simple lookup feel more confusing than it needs to be.
Your NPI and your CAQH number look similar, but they serve different purposes. Your NPI identifies you on claims. Your CAQH number is what payers use to verify your credentials before they ever accept a claim from you in the first place. Having an NPI doesn’t mean a payer has your credentials on file, and that gap is exactly why a fast, accurate CAQH lookup matters during enrollment.
This guide explains how to look up your CAQH number, how to find it by NPI, and what to do when the number simply doesn’t come up.
What Is a CAQH Number?
A CAQH number, formerly called a CAQH Provider ID, is the unique identifier assigned to a provider’s profile inside the CAQH Provider Data Portal. It’s permanent once assigned, and the 2026 rebrand did not change or reissue any existing numbers.
There are two ways a provider ends up with one:
- Payer-initiated. A health plan starts a credentialing application on your behalf and sends you a registration email with your CAQH Provider ID.
- Self-registration. You register directly through the portal using your NPI, and the system assigns a number immediately.
Why the CAQH Rebrand to DataSpring Matters for Your Search
Understanding what changed, and what didn’t, helps you avoid wasted time searching in the wrong place.
What Actually Changed
The rebrand affected the parent organization’s name and the portal’s public-facing name. CAQH ProView is now called the CAQH Provider Data Portal. The website now also exists at dataspring.com alongside the original caqh.org. No new IDs were issued, and no data was migrated to a different system.
What Stayed the Same
Your login credentials, your existing CAQH ID, your uploaded documents, and your attestation history all carried over exactly as they were. The underlying credentialing workflow didn’t change either. This matters because some outdated blog posts and forum threads still describe a “ProView” lookup process that technically still works, just under a new name.
Why This Confuses New Lookups
Providers searching for help finding their number sometimes land on older instructions referencing ProView by name, then wonder if they’re in the wrong place when the portal looks slightly different. It isn’t a different system. It’s the same portal with a new name and a refreshed interface. If you’re unsure, checking that the URL starts with proview.caqh.org or dataspring.com confirms you’re in the right place.
CAQH Provider Lookup
There are several ways to look up your own CAQH number, depending on what information you already have.
Logging Into Your Existing Profile
If you’ve registered before, log into the CAQH Provider Data Portal directly. Your CAQH number displays on your dashboard once you’re logged in. This is the fastest method if you remember your login credentials, and it also lets you confirm your profile is current at the same time.
Searching Your Email
Search your inbox for the original registration confirmation email, which contains your CAQH Provider ID. These emails often come from a CAQH or DataSpring sender address, so searching your inbox for either name can help if one search comes up empty. Check your spam or archive folders too, since these emails are sometimes filtered automatically.
Using the Account Recovery Option
If you’ve forgotten your login details entirely, use the “Forgot Username or Password” option on the login page. The system will walk you through identity verification using your NPI, date of birth, or other personal details already on file. This process usually takes just a few minutes if your contact information on the profile is current.
CAQH Provider ID Lookup
If you already have some identifying information but not your number, a few specific paths can help.
Contacting an Enrolled Payer
Any payer you’ve applied to previously, or that already has your CAQH authorization on file, can look up your CAQH Provider ID using your NPI. This works because your NPI is stored as a data field inside your CAQH profile. It’s often one of the fastest options if you’re mid-application with a specific payer already.
Contacting CAQH or DataSpring Support Directly
Support can verify your identity using your NPI or other personal details and provide your specific ID. This is the most reliable fallback if self-service options don’t work. Wait times can vary, so it’s worth trying the self-service options first if you’re on a deadline.
CAQH Lookup by NPI Number
Your NPI is one of the most reliable pieces of information for locating a CAQH number, since it’s a required field on every profile.
Why NPI-Based Lookups Work Well
Because every CAQH profile includes the provider’s individual NPI, this number functions as a consistent cross-reference point across both systems. Payers, support staff, and self-registration all use it the same way. This is why NPI is usually the first piece of information requested during any lookup or recovery process.
What to Do If Your NPI Has Changed Roles
If you’ve relicensed, changed practice settings, or updated your specialty, your NPI itself stays the same for life, but your CAQH profile still needs to reflect the update. Confirm your current NPI through the NPPES registry first if you’re unsure, then use that number for your CAQH lookup. This avoids searching with an outdated NPI that no longer matches your current credentials.
CAQH Search for a Colleague or Employed Provider
Practice administrators and credentialing staff often need to look up a CAQH number for someone else, not themselves.
What You’ll Need From the Provider
You’ll typically need the provider’s NPI or date of birth, plus their consent to access their profile on their behalf. Group and organization-level access in the portal allows authorized staff to view or manage multiple providers’ profiles under one administrative account. Setting this up in advance saves significant time during future credentialing cycles.
Avoiding Access and Privacy Issues
CAQH profiles contain sensitive personal and professional data, so access is tightly controlled. An administrator without proper authorization on file won’t be able to retrieve another provider’s number, even with their NPI in hand. Getting written authorization set up early prevents this from becoming a bottleneck later.
Common Reasons a CAQH Lookup Fails
Recognizing these issues in advance saves time during a credentialing deadline.
Common lookup failures include:
- Searching under the old “ProView” name when the portal itself has moved to the DataSpring-branded interface
- Using an outdated or mistyped NPI
- Forgotten login credentials with no current recovery email on file
- Assuming an NPI alone means a provider is already in the CAQH system
- Contacting a payer that hasn’t yet initiated or received CAQH authorization for that provider
Conclusion
Finding your CAQH number usually comes down to one of three paths: logging into your existing profile, searching your registration email, or using your NPI to recover it through support or an enrolled payer. The 2026 rebrand to DataSpring changed the name on the door, not the underlying system, so any instructions referencing the old ProView name still apply in practice.
Since your CAQH profile has to be complete and authorized before payers will process a credentialing application, finding your number quickly is only the first step. Keeping the profile itself current matters just as much for avoiding delays down the line.
FAQs
Is CAQH ProView still called that after the DataSpring rebrand?
No. As of June 2026, the portal is officially called the CAQH Provider Data Portal. It’s the same system, same login, and same data, just operating under the DataSpring brand alongside the CAQH name.
Does my CAQH number change if I relicense or move states?
No. Your CAQH number stays the same once assigned. You’ll still need to update your profile with your current license and practice information, but the number itself doesn’t change.
Can a payer look up my CAQH number for me?
Yes. Any payer already enrolled in the CAQH system can look up your CAQH Provider ID using your NPI, especially if you’ve applied to that payer before or already authorized them to view your profile.
What if I never received a CAQH registration email?
You may not have a profile yet. You can self-register directly through the CAQH Provider Data Portal using your NPI, a valid email, and your personal identifying information, and the system will assign a number immediately.
Does having an NPI mean I automatically have a CAQH number?
No. An NPI is a separate federal identifier used for claims. It doesn’t create a CAQH profile on its own. You need to either self-register or have a payer initiate the process before a CAQH number is assigned.
